Data Analyst (Research and Analytics)

MR DIY TRADING SDN BHD; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Malaysia seeks a detail-oriented Data Analyst to analyze large datasets and support business decisions. The role involves developing dashboards, ensuring data accuracy, and communicating insights to stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have strong skills in SQL and Excel, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and strong analytical abilities. Fluency in Mandarin is a plus, making this position a key role for enhancing data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical skills and data analytics capabilities.
• Fluency in Mandarin is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and validate data from multiple sources.
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends and patterns.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Data visualization

SQL

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Data Analyst to join our team. The Data Analyst will be responsible for data analytics, data modeling, and statistics to support business decisions in the retail industry. The role involves analyzing large data sets, generating insights and identifying trends, as well as communicating findings to stakeholders and presenting actionable recommendations that support organizational goals. The Data Analyst will also ensure data accuracy and integrity, and develop reporting tools and dashboards to enhance data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and validate data from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations using tools such as Excel.
• Work closely with stakeholders to define metrics, KPIs, and data-driven business objectives.
• Translate analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for business units.
• Support data governance, quality assurance, and documentation efforts.
• Automate repetitive data processing and reporting tasks where possible.
• Collaborate with data engineers and IT teams to optimize data pipelines and storage solutions.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in SQL for querying databases.
• Strong skills in data visualization tools.
• Advanced Excel and statistical analysis skills.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills and data analytics capabilities, as well as excellent communication skills.
• Fluency in Mandarin is a plus point (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.